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Posting Details
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Schedule |
35 hours per week |
Education Level |
Master's Degree |
Career Level |
Level 1 or 2 |
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Job Description
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McMaster University Library is seeking a creative and collaborative professional to fill the newly created
position of Cartographic Resources Librarian. As a member of the Library’s Distinctive Collections Division, which also includes the William Ready Division of Archives and Research Collections, digitization, digital repositories, and open education and publishing,
the successful candidate will be responsible for a range of activities that support and promote the University Library’s extensive collection of rare, historical, and contemporary cartographic resources. The incumbent will provide direct support to
students, researchers, and community members in accessing and using the collections. They will engage in instruction and outreach activities, both individually and collaboratively, that utilize a variety of approaches and technologies appropriate to the goals
and intended audience. The incumbent will also be responsible for the ongoing management of the existing collection and guiding the acquisition of both historical and modern resources for addition to the collection.
The successful candidate will:
- Provide both in-person and remote support for access to and use of cartographic materials by students and researchers and draw connections
between cartographic resources and other University Library collections.
- Design and deliver instruction that incorporates cartographic and related primary resources into academic coursework and research assignments
in a range of disciplines. Collaborate on instruction with colleagues in the Distinctive Collections Division and Learning Support librarians, where beneficial.
- Work with the Digitization Services Manager and others to plan and implement ongoing digitization of cartographic materials. Participate
in multi-institutional digitization projects where these support strategic goals.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues in the Sherman Centre for Digital Scholarship to support the use of cartographic and related materials
for computational forms of research.
- Build, develop, and maintain the University Library’s cartographic and related collections. Collaborate with colleagues in the William
Ready Division of Archives and Research Collections in the acquisition of rare or historical materials. Support cataloguing or other appropriate description of cartographic resources.
- Lead and participate in outreach activities promoting the Distinctive Collections Division’s resources to McMaster students and faculty,
external researchers, and the public. Work with colleagues to highlight specific holdings in support of engagement and development activities.
- With the Associate University Librarian and others, cultivate relationships with current and potential donors and sellers.
- Plan and develop digital and (where feasible) physical exhibits and digital projects that feature the University Library’s cartographic
resources. Work collaboratively with colleagues in Distinctive Collections on exhibits and projects that incorporate a range of materials.
- Supervise the work of student assistants.
- Chair or serve as a member on Library and university committees, task forces, and projects aligned with position responsibilities.
This is a full time, continuous appointment reporting to the Associate University Librarian, Distinctive,
Legacy, and Digital Heritage Collections. Normally scheduled weekly hours will be Monday – Friday 9:00am – 5:00pm (35 hours/week).
Qualifications:
The successful candidate must have the following:
- A Master’s degree in Library Science, Information Science, or Archival Studies from an ALA-accredited program or its equivalent.
- Knowledge of cartographic materials in both print and electronic forms and their relationships to other library collections.
- Knowledge of the use of cartographic resources in research in a variety of disciplines and in digital scholarship.
- Knowledge of instructional methods for developing student understanding of cartographic resources and their use in a variety of disciplines.
- Knowledge of digitization and digital preservation of cartographic collections.
Preferred qualifications include:
- 2 years of relevant experience.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.
- Knowledge of metadata and cartographic description.
- Knowledge of geospatial and digital cartographic methods, geospatial data, geographic information systems
Compensation:
It is anticipated that the appointment will be made at the rank of Librarian 1 or 2, with an annual
salary range of $60,436.38 - $87,078.16 or $65,930.78 - $97,266.03. This position is included in the McMaster University Academic Librarians’ Association bargaining unit. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The position includes
a competitive and comprehensive benefit package. The full Position Responsibility Statement is available from the Library Human Resources Office. Further information about the University Library is available at http://library.mcmaster.ca.
Additional Information:
McMaster University Library expects librarians to be active and engaged with the broader library and research community through
both professional service and professional or scholarly activity as defined in Article 3 of the MUALA Collective Agreement.
Qualified persons who wish to be considered for this opportunity should submit their curriculum vitae with a covering letter. The
estimated start date for this position is March 7, 2022.
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How To Apply
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To apply for this job, please submit your application online.
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Employment Equity Statement
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McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement.
The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody
the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.
The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) peoples,
members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.
As part of McMaster’s commitment, all applicants are invited to complete a confidential Applicant Diversity Survey through the online application submission process. The Survey questionnaire requests voluntary self-identification in relation to equity-seeking
groups that have historically faced and continue to face barriers in employment. Please refer to the Applicant Diversity Survey - Statement of Collection for
additional information.
Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact:
to communicate accommodation needs.
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Vaccination Policy Statement
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The University is committed to providing and maintaining healthy and safe working and learning environments for all workers, students, volunteers and visitors. Effective October 18, 2021, all McMaster community members, including employees, accessing a McMaster
campus or facility in person are required to be fully vaccinated or to have received an exemption from the University for a valid human rights ground. This is a term and condition of employment. As defined by the provincial government, people are considered
fully vaccinated two weeks after their second dose in a 2-dose series. Vaccines approved by Health Canada or the World Health Organization will be recognized. The University will continue to follow the guidance of public health organizations to define fully
vaccinated.
Effective September 7 through to October 18, those employees who are not fully vaccinated will participate in rapid testing twice per week, pending assessment of a human rights exemption or being fully vaccinated. Processes for confidentially disclosing vaccination
status, completing testing, and review of human rights exemptions have been developed and you will be advised further upon hire.
The vaccination requirement has been adopted as part of the University’s efforts to keep our community safe, and based on the evidence which is demonstrating that vaccination is one of the most significant measures that can be taken to protect student, staff,
faculty and community members. Further information is available at the following link: https://covid19.mcmaster.ca/campus-health-safety/#tab-content-vaccination.
More information on the University’s Health and Safety framework is available online at https://hr.mcmaster.ca/resources/covid19/.
Questions regarding the above requirements or any accommodation requests through the recruitment process can be directed to your human resources contact.
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